The aFe CONTROL Front Suspension Strut Brace is a bolt-on chassis brace for the Ford Explorer's front end. It uses a one-piece, dual-tube truss built from tubular steel bars with high-strength steel brackets. The manufacturer says this truss resists flexing, twisting, and bending better than single flat bars or hinged braces. Bracing the strut towers reduces the chassis flex that softens turn-in response, so the front end feels firmer and more planted when you push the Explorer through quick direction changes. aFe engineers and builds the brace in Corona, California, and the gunmetal gray powder coat is durable.
Fitment is the first thing to confirm before you order. The manufacturer's fitment notes list 2020-2025 Explorer EcoBoost 2.3L L4 gas models, along with the 3.0L twin-turbo V6, the Explorer ST, and 2020-2024 3.3L hybrid V6 applications. This listing's title references 2020-2022 L4 2.3L trucks, so check your VIN against the manufacturer's fitment list. Installation is a direct bolt-on with no cutting, welding, or modifications, which makes this a practical upgrade for DIY owners searching for a 2.3L Explorer front strut bar, Explorer ST strut tower brace, or aFe chassis bracing kit.
The manufacturer's fitment notes list 2020-2025 Explorer EcoBoost L4 2.3L (t) gas models, 2020-2025 EcoBoost V6 3.0L (tt) models, 2020-2024 V6 3.3L hybrid models, and 2020-2025 Explorer ST models. Because this product's title references 2020-2022 L4 2.3L vehicles, confirm your exact year and engine with the manufacturer before ordering.
Yes. The manufacturer states the brace includes a removable orange aFe logo plate, so you can remove it for a cleaner, more OEM-style look.
The manufacturer describes this as a direct bolt-on installation requiring no cutting, welding, or modifications. Confirm the tool list, torque specifications, and estimated install time against the manufacturer's official instructions before you start. Some Explorer and Aviator strut towers were not factory-fitted with a brace and may have unthreaded mounting holes, so inspect the strut tower holes before you begin.
